Richard Frank Karney

Richard Karney, 64, of Carol Stream passed away on July 23, 2023. Born in St. Charles to Olga and Horst Karney, Richard was one of three siblings. During his childhood he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior. His faith was the cornerstone of his life. He met Linda DeViney at work and they were married in Chicago in 1980. Linda and Richard soon expanded their family with their sons Rich and Darryl. Richard was an avid Ham radio operator, his call sign was W9DBX. He also played the guitar beautifully with a distinctive fingerpicking style. He was a very patriotic man with a deep love for his country. In his later years his grandchildren brought great joy to his life.
He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Karney; his sons Rich (Andrea) Karney and Darryl Karney; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Elijah; mother, Olga Gelzenlichter; sister Jeanette Karney; nieces Robyn (Mick) Mac Callum and Dianna (Harry) Bronson; sister-in-law May DeViney (Danny Kelly); nephew Patrick DeKelly; and nieces Cynthia DeViney and Emily (Tim) DeKelly-Gaughan.
He was preceded in death by his father Horst Karney and his brother Arthur Karney.
Visitation will be Saturday July 29, 2023 from 9 am until the time of service at 11 am at Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home 435 York Street Elmhurst IL 60126. Burial will immediately follow at Elm Lawn Cemetery.
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